Queensland Association of Mathematics Teachers

Professional Development Program 2008

Professional Development 2008 - Brisbane and regions

QAMT is proud to present a wide range of professional development activities for 2008. The program is under constant review and information will be published soon. In the meantime contact the convenors listed or Gaynor Johnson in the general office.

Download a copy of the PD calendar or browse the list below.

Remember, there are substantial discounts on all events for QAMT members. Membership enquiries should be directed to the office on 3365 6505 or via email on qamt@uq.net.au or download a membership application form.

Don't forget school/institution members may send up to 4 delegates at member prices!

Date	Workshop/Activity Details
Friday 14^th March	Novice Teacher Night for Primary and Secondary Teachers A welcome event for first and second year teachers or those returning to the classroom, including effective teaching activities for you to use. Time: 4pm – 7pm Venue: University of Queensland, St Lucia Cost: Free – but registrations necessary. Contact: Robyn Anderson at <r.anderson@uq.net.au>
Saturday 15^th March	National Assessment Forum What is the context and purpose of the testing for years3, 5, 7 and 9? How can we be best prepared for this? What resources can teachers access? Venue: Anglican Church Grammar School Cost: Gold coin donation for catering Register your interest by contacting: Gaynor Johnson on 3365 6505 or at <qamt@uq.net.au>
Saturday 3^rd May	Early Years Forum: Little Ones Count “From little things big things grow” Paul Kelly A one day event to hear relevant and coherent research on young children’s mathematical development and ways in which we can assist young children to gain powerful mathematical ideas. Workshops will include teaching learning activities; resources; developing maths curriculum and assessment. Venue: Marsden SS Cost: $55.00 non- members, $22 members Contact: Jan Cavanagh at <jan@makingsenseofmaths.com.au>
Friday 23^rd May	National Mathematics Day • Mark this date in your diary and calendar • Start talking about NMD with your colleagues • Check AAMT for activities and PD opportunities http://www.aamt.edu.au/ • Contact: Gaynor Johnson for local events on 3365 6505 or at <qamt@uq.net.au
Thurs – Sat 26, 27, 28^th June	Annual Conference: ‘My Way or the Highway’ - reflecting on the distance travelled in Mathematics Education Welcome function - Thurs 26 June, 6.00 – 8.30pm In conference: Friday 27 and Saturday 28 June 8.30am – 5.00pm. Keynote speeches followed by presentations, breakout sessions and workshops. Sponsorship & trade displays welcome. Contact: Gaynor Johnson on 3365 6505 or at <qamt@uq.net.au> to register your workshops, presentation or trade interests. Venue: University of Queensland
5^th , 6^th, 7^th & 8^th August	ALEA/STAQ & QAMT Literacy& Numeracy Program With 5 different Venues, and 3 speakers at each venue. Time: 8.30 am-3.00pm Venues: Raceview; Carindale; Chermside; Robina Cost: TBA Contact: Jan Cavanagh at <jan@makingsenseofmaths.com.au>
Saturday 11th or 18^th October (TBA)	October Forum: ‘Y ME? Mathematics $ the ‘Y’ generation’ Time: 8.00 am-3.00pm Venue: Moreton Bay College Register your interest by contacting Gaynor Johnson on 3365 6505 or at <qamt@uq.net.au>
Monday 8^th December	Secondary Teacher’s Focus Day Venue: Gold Coast Register your interest by contacting: Gaynor Johnson at 3365 6505 or at <qamt@uq.net.au>

Other Activities for 2008

The QAMT Problem Solving Competition will be held in July. Contact: Michael Bulmer at m.bulmer@uq.edu.au
Australian Maths Competition: 31 July
Year 8 Quiz suggested dates are Round One: 4 August; Round Two: 11 August; Regional Final: 28 August. Contact: Sally Baigrie at: SallyB@hillbrook.qld.edu.au
Year 10 Maths camp (Townsville): Sunday 17 to Wednesday 20 August. QAMT Townsville Branch: Rosemary Veitch at <rveit4@eq.edu.au>
National Literacy and Numeracy Week: 1–7 September
General meetings of QAMT will be held at the Novice Teacher Night, May Day Conference, Annual Conference and the AGM at the October Forum.
All other enquiries please contact QAMT Office Manager: Gaynor Johnson 3365 6505 or email qamt@uq.net.au

Contact QAMT

Queensland Association of Mathematics Teachers Inc.
School of Education
The University of Queensland
ST. LUCIA 4072
Ph/Fax: (07) 3365 6505

qamt@uq.net.au

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